Abstract : This paper offers a nuanced exploration of progressive labour laws designed to protect and advance the rights of women globally. It begins by tracing the historical evolution of women's involvement in the workforce and the gradual acknowledgment of their rights within legal frameworks worldwide, spotlighting pivotal moments in the struggle for workplace gender equality. Moving on, the study scrutinizes existing legal mechanisms aimed at safeguarding women's rights in the labour market, evaluating their efficacy in addressing issues like equal pay, discrimination, maternity leave, and work-life balance. Additionally, it identifies and examines the array of challenges hindering the full realization of women's rights, encompassing cultural norms, institutional biases, economic disparities, and systemic discrimination. Ultimately, the paper advocates for sustained efforts to advance progressive labor laws, advocating for comprehensive reforms, proactive policies, and inclusive strategies to foster gender equity and empower women's full participation in the workforce.
Keywords : Labor Laws, Women equality, Empowerment, Challenges.
Cite : Azeem, K., & Kumar, A. (2024). Exploration Of Progressive Labor Laws For Women Worldwide: Historical Perspectives, Legal Frameworks And Challenges (1st ed., pp. 113-120). Noble Science Press. https://doi.org/ttps://doi.org/10.52458/9788197357114.nsp.2024.eb.ch-11
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